Practice question
Does Article 2219 expressly include illegal or arbitrary detention or arrest?
- No, unless a contract exists.
- Only if property is destroyed.
- Yes.
- Only if the defendant sells goods.
- No, because liberty has no monetary price.
Legal references
- Civil Code Articles 2206, 2208 and 2216-2225: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1949/ra_386_1949.html
- University of Southeastern Philippines v. Sarate, G.R. No. 247617, November 25, 2025, en banc main decision, Part IV: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/1/70367
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